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What is the only domesticated species in the family Felidae?
What is the only domesticated species in the family Felidae?
- Domestic cat (correct)
- Lion
- Cheetah
- Tiger
When did the domestication of the cat occur?
When did the domestication of the cat occur?
- 3000 BC
- 7500 BC (correct)
- 5000 BC
- 10,000 BC
What is the cat valued for by humans?
What is the cat valued for by humans?
- Guarding property
- Hunting large prey
- Herding livestock
- Companionship and vermin control (correct)
What type of predator is a cat?
What type of predator is a cat?
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What kind of sounds can a cat hear that are too faint or too high in frequency for human ears?
What kind of sounds can a cat hear that are too faint or too high in frequency for human ears?
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Study Notes
Domestication of Cats
- The domestic cat (Felis catus) is the only domesticated species in the family Felidae.
- The domestication of the cat is believed to have occurred around 10,000 years ago in the Middle East.
Value to Humans
- Cats are valued by humans for their ability to hunt and control pest populations, such as rodents.
Characteristics of Cats
- Cats are skilled predators that possess acute senses, including hearing.
- Cats can hear sounds that are too faint or too high in frequency for human ears, making them sensitive to a wider range of sounds than humans.
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